Chad Gable Reunited With Jason Jordan
Former tag team partners American Alpha posed for a reunion photo years after their professional split.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Wrestling
WWE star Chad Gable shared a photo of a reunion with his former tag team partner Jason Jordan on September 21, 2026. The two men previously competed together as the team American Alpha.
Why it matters
The reunion marks a sentimental moment for fans of the duo, who rose to prominence together on WWE NXT before going their separate ways in 2017. Their partnership remains a significant chapter in the early careers of both athletes.
American Alpha formed in May 2015 and claimed both the NXT and SmackDown Tag Team Championships during their tenure. The team disbanded in July 2017, roughly 8 years prior to this reunion.
The players
Chad Gable
He is a professional wrestler currently signed to WWE and is the reigning Intercontinental Champion.
Jason Jordan
He is a former professional wrestler and current lead producer for the WWE brands RAW and SmackDown.
The details
Chad Gable, the current WWE Intercontinental Champion, posted the image to his Instagram story to highlight the encounter. Jason Jordan transitioned to a backstage role as a lead producer for RAW and SmackDown following his retirement from in-ring competition in 2018 due to a neck injury.
Timeline
May 2015: American Alpha formed on WWE NXT.
July 2017: The tag team American Alpha disbanded.
2018: Jason Jordan retired from in-ring competition.
September 21, 2026: Chad Gable shared a photo of the reunion.
Season Trajectory
This reunion follows the path set by the 2017 disbanding of American Alpha by finally bringing the two former partners together for a public acknowledgment. It highlights the lasting bond between performers even after one transitions into a non-wrestling corporate role.
The reunion holds no impact on current WWE standings, as Jason Jordan remains in his non-wrestling production role. Chad Gable continues to focus on defending his Intercontinental Championship title against future opponents.
The takeaway
Even as wrestlers move into backstage management roles, the connections formed during their active tag team years often persist. Fans can appreciate the history of these performers as they pursue their current goals within the professional wrestling organization.
Further reading
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